Exploring innovative kit-of-parts construction methods, our project centers on the adaptable nature of reciprocal frame construction, focusing on sustainable reuse of panel materials such as plywood and Mass Plywood Panels (MPP). The University of Oregon (UO)-Oregon State University (OSU) collaboration generated diverse ideas for a small seasonal pavilion in Salem, Oregon’s Highland Park. Following a […]
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University of Oregon Architecture students proposed site designs and adaptive reuse ideas for the existing Sisters Elementary School and outdoor recreational uses and affordable housing. Student housing proposals fell into four main categories: 1) Housing on top of the school 2) Housing on the west side of the site 3) Housing in groups of clusters […]
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The city of Sisters identified the need for 1,100 housing units to accommodate its 2041 projected population growth and is exploring “efficiency measures” as an alternative to expanding its urban growth boundary. Final year Architecture students studied the situation and considered contemporary approaches to how people are choosing to live as the definition of “family” […]
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The Kasetsart Green Community project is an attempt to transfer knowledge into action regarding waste management and increasing green areas by targeting those who reside and work in and around Bangkhen campus, thus building Kasetsart community that helps reduce community waste to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as well as increases green areas to absorb greenhouse […]
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The coastal town of Dumangas is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change resulting to biodiversity loss. Coupled with unsustainable coastal resource utilization they greatly affected the fishing-based livelihood of the community. The local government in partnership with an academic institution -ISAT U and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and other […]
Hat Yai Municipality plans to transform itself into a “Green City” while developing protocols to deal with its vulnerabilities. Even before COVID-19 impacted the municipality, it was already facing extensive challenges due to climate change and its location and elevation. The municipality plans to embrace flexibility in future urban design, taking potential disruptions into account. […]
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The City of Frederick requested an architectural tour guide as part of this year’s PALS initiative. With a rich history and well-preserved historic district, the City’s historic resources draw local, regional, and national attention. Tourists seek out Frederick’s diverse cultural attractions. While the City has several existing tour guides, none specifically highlight architectural resources. The […]
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Frederick, Maryland is a unique and beautiful city, rich in history and steeped in historic architecture. Situated at the foothills of the Catoctin Mountains, the City is a robust employment center. Its location within forty miles of Baltimore and Washington D.C., allows Frederick residents to commute to jobs in these cities and their outer suburbs. […]
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